The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
I hear a lot about this TRAIN package 2. So I decided to read about it and find out for myself what it is. TRAIN is an acronym. It simply means Tax Reform For Acceleration and Inclusion. TRAIN is a law. It is a tax law and not a form of rail transport like MRT … Read more
I read this phrase earlier today on my Facebook feed which says “tatakbo ng sangguniang kabataan kahit walang alam”. I asked myself, is there an educational qualification to run for the office of Sangguniang Kabataan chairman and Sangguniang Kabataan member? Must one be smart or intelligent to qualify? How about if you … Read more
The Punong Barangay is the highest government official in the Barangay. Barangay is the smallest local government unit or the basic political unit in the Philippines. Punong Barangay is akin to that of the President with respect to the national government, Governor with respect to the province and Mayor with respect to the … Read more
The PNP Checkpoint is established to fulfill its mandate to protect and serve the Filipino people. Perhaps you observed lately that almost all barangays, Cities, and Municipalities have checkpoints established by the PNP and the AFP. This is because the election period for the barangay has begun. The PNP and AFP are tasked to enforce … Read more
The 2018 Palarong Pambansa being held in the province of La Union seems to show that the National Capital Region will once again top the medal tally and continue to dominate the event. As of April 19, the national capital region already has 40 gold followed closely by region VI with 29 gold. Only two … Read more